Random Thoughts It's been too long since I've tried to write for anything beyond my own journal. So, hopefully today I'll start what I hope to be regular posts - no specific theme, but just random thoughts. Wednesday, Feb 9, 2022 Being Present One observation - not original with me - and one I'm guilty of as well. Have you observed how people - in restaurants - often sit across from one another yet only seeing their phone? Maybe they are expecting a phone call, but it appears that scrolling through social media seems to have taken the place of pleasant conversation. Even at home - dinner is over, the TV is on, and yet people seem engrossed in their devises (phones, tablets, laptops). I have no cure (and I am really not quailfied to speak profoundly). However...what it you turned off your notifications for social media (email, Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok, Telegram, and ....) for 30 minutes? I doubt the world would end - but then again, maybe I'm wrong! So, tonight - or the next time you are having coffee or a meal with your spouse, or a friend - focus on being present - ignoring the social media crying out for your attention, and pay attention to the people you actually are physically near.